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Theodore vs Matthew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matthew

Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English French Italian Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#33
Total SSA Count
7,078
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Matthew Rank #33

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #33 for Matthew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Matthew more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Matthew at #33 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Matthew mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin).

Are Theodore and Matthew boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Matthew is primarily a boy name.

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